Illinois Mesothelioma Doctors, Cancer Centers and Treatment
Mesothelioma patients who live in Illinois have access to quality mesothelioma treatment options in state. Conventional mesothelioma treatments available in Illinois include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Beyond these conventional treatments, clinical trials may currently be recruiting pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma patients in Illinois.
We provide a list of top mesothelioma doctors that practice in Illinois as well as the top cancer care centers in the state. A list of local cancer support services has been included as well for your convenience. Learn more about health care options available to you in Illinois here.
Top Illinois Mesothelioma Cancer Centers
Quality cancer treament services are available at the following mesothelioma cancer centers in Illinois. More detailed information about each cancer center is available by clicking on the appropriate a cancer center detail link.
Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Chicago
Zion, IL
Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Chicago is among the best mesothelioma cancer centers in the nation with top doctors providing state of the art cancer treatment for patients.
Edward Cancer Center – Naperville
Naperville, IL
Edward-Elmhurst Health Multidisciplinary Thoracic Oncology Clinic is a leading cancer clinic where some of the best mesothelioma doctors in the country provide quality cancer treatment for patients.
Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University
Chicago, IL
Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University is a top cancer center where leading mesothelioma doctors use the latest mesothelioma treatment protocols to help their cancer patients.
Rush University Cancer Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Cancer Center in Chicago, Illinois is home to a Thoracic Oncology Program where comprehensive treatments are offered for mesothelioma and other malignancies of the chest.
The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center
Chicago, IL
University of Chicago Cancer Research Center is a top cancer clinic where leading mesothelioma doctors employ the latest treatment methods to help cancer patients.
Top Illinois Mesothelioma Doctors
The following mesothelioma doctors are located and practice in the state of Illinois. Click on a specific doctor link to obtain more information about their background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations, and office locations.
Dr. Crabtree
Springfield, IL
Dr. Traves D. Crabtree
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
SIU Cardiothoracic Surgery at Simmons Cancer Institute
Springfield, IL 62702
217.545.8000
Dr. Traves D. Crabtree is a cardiothoracic surgeon and affiliated with the SIU Cardiothoracic Surgery Program at the Simmons Cancer Institute located in Springfield, Illinois where he specializes in treating pleural diseases, including mesothelioma.
Dr. Kittaneh
Orland Park, IL
Dr. Muaiad Kittaneh
Hematologist/Oncologist
Loyola University Medical Center
Loyola Medicine at Palos Health South Campus
Orland Park, IL 60462
888.584.7888
Dr. Muaiad Kittaneh is a Hematology/Oncology Professor with Loyola University Medical Center. He has clinical expertise treating mesothelioma, among other cancers.
Dr. Vigneswaran
Maywood, IL
Dr. Wickii Thambiah Vigneswaran
Thoracic Surgeon
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL 60153
888.584.7888
Dr. Wickii Thambiah Vigneswaran is a thoracic surgeon at Loyola University Medical Center with expertise in treating patients with thoracic cancers such as pleural mesothelioma.
Dr. Bonomi
Chicago, IL
Dr. Philip Bonomi is a thoracic and cardiothoracic oncology specialist at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago with particular research interests in the areas of lung cancer and mesothelioma.
Dr. Liptay
Chicago, IL
Dr. Michael Liptay is a professor of Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois where he specializes in mesothelioma and other lung diseases.
Dr. Armato
Chicago, IL
Dr. Samuel Armato III
Radiologist
The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center
Chicago, IL 60637
773.834.3044
Dr. Samuel Armato is a radiologist at the University of Chicago, as well as Chair of the Committee on Medical Physics. He has experience treating mesothelioma.
Dr. Kindler
Chicago, IL
Dr. Hedy Lee Kindler
Director, Mesothelioma Program
The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center
Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (DCAM) - Hyde Park
Chicago, IL 60637
855.702.8222
Dr. Hedy Lee Kindler is a top cancer researcher investigating new treatments for malignant mesothelioma and is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Chicago Medical Center in the Department of Hematology/Oncology.
It is not uncommon for patients to travel outside of their current states to meet with top oncologists and thoracic surgeons across the country. These mesothelioma experts usually have a particular focus within their practice.
David L. Bartlett, MD
Director, Multidisciplinary Disease Site Clinical and Research Programs for UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Mesothelioma Clinical Trials in Illinois
The following clinical trials are in progress or actively recruiting participants in the state of Illinois:
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Atezolizumab, Pemetrexed Disodium, Cisplatin, and Surgery With or Without Radiation Therapy in Treating Patients With Stage I-III Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma
Conditions: Biphasic Mesothelioma; Epithelioid Mesothelioma; Stage I Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma AJCC v7; Stage IA Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma AJCC v7; Stage IB Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma AJCC v7; Stage II Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma AJCC v7; Stage III Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma AJCC v7 Last Updated: May 22, 2019 Status: Recruiting Locations: Aurora, IL. Bloomington, IL. Canton, IL. Carbondale, IL. Carterville, IL. Carthage, IL. Centralia, IL. Danville, IL. Decatur, IL. Effingham, IL. -
Phase Ib Study of Anetumab Ravtansine in Combination With Pemetrexed and Cisplatin in Mesothelin-expressing Solid Tumors
Conditions: Medical Oncology Last Updated: May 22, 2019 Status: Active, not recruiting Locations: Chicago, IL. Bethesda, MD. Detroit, MI. Charleston, SC. -
Ph 2/3 Study in Subjects With MPM w/Low ASS 1 Expression to Assess ADI-PEG 20 With Pemetrexed and Cisplatin
Conditions: Mesothelioma Last Updated: May 17, 2019 Status: Recruiting Locations: Chicago, IL. Phoenix, AZ. Los Angeles, CA. San Francisco, CA. Tampa, FL. Baltimore, MD. Detroit, MI. Rochester, MN. New York, NY. Houston, TX. -
A Study of CA-170 (Oral PD-L1, PD-L2 and VISTA Checkpoint Antagonist) in Patients With Advanced Tumors and Lymphomas
Conditions: Advanced Solid Tumors or Lymphomas Last Updated: May 3, 2019 Status: Active, not recruiting Locations: Chicago, IL. San Francisco, CA. Denver, CO. Sarasota, FL. Detroit, MI. New York, NY. Huntersville, NC. Pittsburgh, PA. Nashville, TN. Houston, TX. -
Phase 1 Study of INBRX-109 in Subjects With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors Including Sarcomas
Conditions: Solid Tumors; Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma; Gastric Adenocarcinoma; Colorectal Adenocarcinoma; Sarcoma Last Updated: May 1, 2019 Status: Recruiting Locations: Chicago, IL. Duarte, CA. Aurora, CO. Grand Rapids, MI. Houston, TX. San Antonio, TX.
Find Cancer Support Services in Illinois
The following cancer support services may be of help to you while you are receiving treatment for mesothelioma in Illinois. Support services for mesothelioma patients include patient transport, temporary housing, physical therapy and counseling.
Illinois Treatment Support Services
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Counseling & Support Groups
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Wellness House
(Hinsdale)
630-323-5150 -
Gilda's Club Chicago
(Chicago)
312-464-9900 -
Living Well
(Geneva)
630-262-1111 -
Cancer Wellness Center - Northbrook
(Northbrook)
847-509-9595 -
Cancer Support Center
(Mokena)
708-478-3529
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Wellness House
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Long-Term Housing
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Pay-It-Forward House NFP
(Sycamore)
815-762-4882 -
IMD Guest House
(Chicago)
312-996-1167 -
Carle Guest House
(Urbana)
217-722-2624 -
Quincy Hospitality House
(Quincy)
217-228-3022
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Pay-It-Forward House NFP
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Patient Transport
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Dispatch Medical Transport
(Springfield)
217-416-5032
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Dispatch Medical Transport
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A and I Medical Transportation, Inc.
(Justice)
708-237-3007 -
Advanced Medical Transport of Central Illinois
(Peoria)
800-457-1143 -
SCR Medical Transportation
(Chicago)
773-967-6400
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A and I Medical Transportation, Inc.
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Physical Therapy
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
(Chicago)
312-238-1000 -
Presence Health
(Chicago)
877-737-4636 -
InnerStrength Rehabilitation Services for Cancer Patients, Inc.
(St. Charles)
630-584-3021 -
CTCA at Midwestern Regional Medical Center
(Zion)
800-268-0786
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Reviewer: Jennifer R. Lucarelli
Lawyer for Mesothelioma Victims and Their Families
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